News: Division of Health Sciences

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People |

Our Alumni of the Year tell us what the learned when they dealt with deadly viruses, used a crate for a desk, and faced a life-altering medical crisis.

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Annual survey shows the number of Silver State kindergarteners with health insurance has spiked to 92 percent.

Tomas Walker
People |

Nursing alumnus recognized the power of giving his patients detailed information. Now he's at the forefront in developing an artificial pancreas.

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Amputation is a serious threat to people with diabetes. A team of UNLV faculty researchers, entrepreneurial students, and economic development experts is working to bring a better way to prevent the problem to market soon.

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Campus News |

Once the Nevada System of Higher Education set its sights on expanding medical education in the state, things have moved fast. Here’s how far the UNLV School of Medicine has come and what’s next.

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A new, nanoparticle-based drug delivery system being developed by health physics professor Steen Madsen offers new treatment for glioblastoma.

Susan VanBeuge
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Nursing professor Susan VanBeuge is training health professionals to better coordinate treatment for diabetes and Alzheimer's.

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Nursing professor Jennifer Kawi is investigating how self-care strategies might help those suffering from chronic back pain.

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Campus News |

UNLV removing some of the stumbling blocks for getting students interested in the science and engineering fields. The key: Get 'em while they're young.

Barbara Atkinson
People |

The new School of Medicine planning dean on changes in health care, access to doctors, and what's needed to improve the health of Southern Nevadans.

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Nursing professor's research is tackling Clark County's high mortality rate due to sepsis. Join her University Forum presentation to learn about the types of immune cells involved in sepsis and discuss treatments to boost these immune cells.

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Stacey Tovino emphasizes need for health law changes to address disparities.